Suspense in Elasticity by Sophia Chang
Suspense is an installation by Sophia Chang, that offers its users an immerse experience, within its interactive cocoon, located in the Invivia gallery in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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The cocoon is made from Lycra; with this material, the installation can allow to be stretched in extreme ways, even wrapping it self around the galleries spiral staircase. Within the gallery the structure presents it self at various entrances and window opening, framing the external view.
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Dividers are located within the space, dividing it into two separate halves. This adds an extra level of interaction between the users on either side, revealing their presence as a silhouette.
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The experience of the installation is represented as a poché, which refers to the space within a wall. In defining this work, the designer uses the installation to give the users that claustrophobic experience as if being trapped in the space within the walls.
By Shanaire Blythe
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Anastasia Andreieva is an accomplished Architectural Projects Editor at Arch2O, bringing a unique blend of linguistic expertise and design enthusiasm to the team. Born and raised in Ukraine, she holds a Master’s degree in Languages from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Her deep passion for architecture and visual storytelling led her to transition from translation and editorial roles into the world of design media. With a keen eye for conceptual clarity and narrative structure, Anastasia curates and presents global architectural projects with precision and flair. She is particularly drawn to parametric and digital design, cultural context, and emerging voices in architecture. When I’m not analyzing the latest architectural trends, you’ll probably find me searching for hidden gems in cityscapes or appreciating the beauty of well-crafted spaces. After all, great design—like great connections—can be found in the most unexpected places. Speaking of connections, because architecture isn’t the only thing that brings people together.